Family-friendly holiday rentals in Rensselaer County

Whimsical Carriage House & Private Courtyard

Welcome to your boutique retreat in the heart of downtown Troy! This cozy second-floor studio, designed by a local artist, is tucked away in a standalone Carriage House with a private entrance next to a whimsical mural by local artist Kayla Ek, and a lush New Orleans-inspired courtyard. Just steps from Troy’s best dining, art, nightlife, and wedding venues—and less than a block from the RPI approach—this gem is perfect for a romantic getaway, solo escape, or stylish stay while visiting the area.

Barn Stay at Shadowbrook Farm

Welcome to the Shadowbrook Farm Stay. Tucked in the hills of upstate New York, this 1700's Shaker barn has been restored into a beautiful guest house. It sits upon a two hundred acre working pasture raised meat farm. This barn was used to hold, and milk cows for two hundred and fifty years. Guests will have access to portions of the farm lands which are highlighted on the maps provided in the Farm Stay manual. If you follow the farm road, you are able to meet every farm animal on the property!

Elegant, spacious studio apt in historic mansion

Welcome to the Plaza Suite, a newly renovated studio condo in an historic Center Square mansion. Enter through a grand reception hall/art gallery and climb the oak staircase to the sunny and spacious second floor apartment. There's a nice view of State Street and the Empire State Plaza. Features include: a new fully equipped kitchen, comfy lounge area, dining /work table, renovated vintage bathroom, walk-in closet and new queen bed. Feel free to enjoy a glass of wine in the art gallery.

The Lodge at June Farms

Enjoy a 3rd night for FREE when you book 2 nights! The Lodge at June Farms is a stunning, rustic, open-floor-plan retreat. The screened-in front porch looks down onto our beautiful horse pasture. This main cabin is our most romantic cabin on the property. Our gigantic rain shower in the bathroom has an 8'x5' wall mirror and a French door that opens out to the forest. If you are a cook, this cabin is a chef's dream. Please check the availability for our other luxury cabins if booked!

The Beer Diviner Brewery Apartment

The apartment is entire upstairs of back of our farm brewery & taproom. Open space includes living/dining/work space & bedroom; bathroom has small claw foot tub with shower. Queen-sized memory foam bed; twin day bed (extra twin mattress beneath). HD TV, wifi, private deck, kitchenette with mini fridge, microwave, toaster oven, hot tea kettle and k-cup coffeemaker. Complimentary pint of craft beer in taproom. Located in a private setting in a hollow in the Taconic Mountains.

Adorable Apartment - Near Emma Willard, RPI, Troy

Welcome to Cheri's house! You'll enjoy a private 1 bedroom apartment including a full size bed in the bedroom, living room with pull-out sofa and smart TV, full kitchen, bathroom and bonus work space or dining room. Off street parking, free WiFi and breakfast included. My home is a quick 5 min walk to Emma Willard School, 1.5 miles to RPI, and 2 miles to Russell Sage College. The unit is on the 2nd floor of an owner-occupied house. Please ask me any questions!

Airbnb @ Sweet & Savory Farmette

Welcome to the AirBnB situated on a small working farm. You are welcome to tour the grounds to say hello to all the animals. This place is for the birds! No really you will enjoy watching chickens, ducks, emus, geese, guinea fowl, and peafowl. The farm is also home to a herd of beautiful alpaca and resident llama, curious goats, and barn cats. There are working livestock guardian dogs who watch over the herd who will greet you from behind the fence.

Troy Sage Large 2BR Bright Open Pets Parking WiFi

Originally built around 1900, open floor plan, living and dining areas delineated by ionic fluted columns. View to kitchen with full appliance set and island. Soaring 10' ceilings, tall windows and hardwood flooring give this home bright, airy and spacious appeal. Private shady deck and back door convenient to 1 parking space behind building. The 2 bedrooms are separated by the full bathroom with tub/shower combo. Master bedroom has walk-in closet.

Cozy Cottage near lake

This is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom cottage located on a quiet street close to town. House is in walking distance to Reichards Lake. The home is bright with an open living space and vaulted knotty pine ceiling. Lovely eat in kitchen. Bathroom with shower/ tub combo as well as washer and dryer. Outdoor space includes a fenced in back yard, above ground swimming pool and sun deck. Patio table, gas grill and outdoor fire pit.

Empire Plaza Apartment

Welcome to our garden apartment, nestled in a walkable neighborhood filled with diverse restaurants, cozy pubs, and the picturesque Washington Park. The apartment features a sound-dampened bedroom, ensuring a serene and peaceful retreat. Just steps away, you'll find the New York State Capitol, Empire State Plaza, The Egg, and the New York State Museum, making this location ideal for both relaxation and exploration.

Off Grid Yurt Right By The Best of The Berkshires

This is an off grid yurt with a woodstove for heat and an off grid kitchen - no running water or electricity - water can be heated on the woodstove. You'll have a comfy bed and futon. We love it when it rains. Staying inside, listening to the rain on the yurt and playing games is a highlight of our trips there. Cooking outside and enjoying a campfire & toasting marshmallows is also fun!

Modern Luxury & Victorian Charm: The Bird in Hand

This cozy sun-drenched studio has a huge bed (Cal king), a beautiful new kitchen, and an extra-deep soaking tub. It's in the very heart of Downtown Troy. Super close to RPI, EMPAC, The Troy Music Hall, The Farmers Market, and the Takk House. Whether you need a cozy romantic getaway or simply a clean, fresh, place to lay your head, the "Bird in Hand" could be for you.